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Robert Boyle Obituary


Robert Scott Boyle, age 65, Albion, passed away peacefully on February 26th at his residence, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born on May 6, 1950 in Titusville, Pa., the son of the late Robert and Sophie Mostowy Boyle.

He was employed at Cytemp Specialty Steel in Titusville for 25 years in the hot mill and at the Lake Erie Correctional Institution in Conneaut, Ohio, for the past 15 years as a teacher and maintenance employee. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after serving from 1969 to 1971. He was an active member of the Albion VFW, Post 2341 and had served as Quartermaster. He was also a member of the Titusville Elks. He enjoyed sports, including golf, bowling, softball, and was Captain of the VETS #9 team of the Albion Pool League.

He graduated from Titusville High School, Titusville, Pa., class of 1968. He attended Grove City College and graduated from Edinboro University with an Associate of Engineering Technology degree in 1996.

He is survived by his wife, Doris Menzel Boyle, whom he married on February 6, 1972; two daughters, Erika (Eric) Fenstermaker, Lenexa, Kan. and Kristy (Kavon) Ford, Raleigh, N.C.; three grandchildren, Evan Fenstermaker, Desiana Ford, and Miles Ford; three sisters, Susan (Gary) Gafner, Titusville, Pa., Terri Boyle, Ann Arbor, Mich., and Lisa (Michael) Turzai, Frisco, Texas; and one brother, Steven (Ruth) Boyle, Titusville, Pa. Further survived by several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Mattera Funeral Home, Albion, on Tuesday, March 1 from 2:00 to 5:00, and may attend funeral services at 5:00 p.m., with Rev. Harry Johns, officiating.

Memorials may be made to VNA of Erie County, 2253 West Grandview, Erie, or the Kids Turkey Shoot, c/o VFW Post 2341, 11411 US RT 6N, Albion, PA 16401.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Feb. 28, 2016.

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Rick & Jeanne Adams

March 1, 2016

He was a great friend and will be missed by many.RIP

Judie & Gene Rosecky

March 1, 2016

Doris, Scott was a man who always had a smile and a good word for everyone. He will be missed so much. I know there is a special place in Heaven just for him! Thank God for allowing me the honor of knowing him and you! And thank you for Sharing him with all of us.

Mike and Jen Divins

March 1, 2016

Steve and Ruth we are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts a prayers.

Kim Jones

February 29, 2016

Doris, My deepest sympathy goes out to and your family.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers

Jay and Lynn Ellis

February 29, 2016

Sorry to hear about Scott. Remembering all of the good times we had playing softball, bowling and reminiscing about the good times.

Living life to the fullest!

Bonita J Slabinski

February 29, 2016

We knew each other in high school and competed for grades! Scott always seemed like a fine person! I will think of him when I go one the golf course...where I now live!

Gregg Covell

February 29, 2016

Very sorry Doris,have nothing but good memories and lots of smiles associated with Scotty..

February 28, 2016

Doris, I'm so sorry to hear about Scott! My thoughts & prayers are with you & the family at this time. Patty Rakoczy

Dale &Barbara Stuart

February 28, 2016

So sorry to hear of Scott's passing. Doris, We are preying for God to comfort you and your family during this time.

David Ruppersberg and Family

February 28, 2016

I remember having lunch at your house and playing with your children. You'll be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to your family in this time of grief.

Marsha Edwards

February 28, 2016

Memories fill the heart with gladness and help keep your life alive. You are always a part of my memories as my first boyfriend. My sincere condolences to Doris and family. Scott was a very special person.

Lucky & Jill Miller

February 28, 2016

So sorry to hear Scott has lost the battle. Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

Keith Nadolny

February 28, 2016

May you rest in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. Grateful to have spent apart of my life with you and Doris. You are a blessing to us all on earth and Heaven. Peace be Still.

Wendy Kline ( Horn)

February 28, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. It's never easy losing a loved one. Just know he is no longer suffering and with your mom and dad. May he R.I.P.

Lonnie Gorton

February 28, 2016

you will be greatly missed my friend. god bless your family in this time of sorrow

Matt and Dianne Thon

February 28, 2016

Uncle Scott will be deeply missed. He was a great man, loving husband and great father to his daughters.

Debbie Cavanaugh

February 28, 2016

In loving memory of a wonderful , special person and classmate.
You will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless!

Chris Fiely, PER

February 28, 2016

He was a great guy and was a proud Past Exalted Ruler of the Titusville Elks Lodge 264. To my absent brother!

Ray & Vicki Armstrong

February 28, 2016

Saddened by the passing of a good man. we will remember the good conversations we had. prayers for his wife Doris and the family.

Ron and Betty Rice

February 28, 2016

A great friend who will be sadly missed. Wish we could have played that round of golf!

Sean Sherman

February 28, 2016

Scott will be missed by so many! My thoughts and prayers to Doris and the whole family.

Kathy "Bainbridge" Schultz

February 28, 2016

Sincere Sympathy!

Milt & Nancy Hunt

February 28, 2016

A great team player,VFW #9 Albion Pool League.He will be missed as our team captain.

Fred & Sue Faivre

February 28, 2016

So sorry to hear of Scott's passing. I remember the good times we had while working at Cyclops.

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